Para - Ghansaur, Seoni
Para is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Patri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Para is 496143. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.72 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Para
As per Census 2011, Para village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 92 males and 94 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 92 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 72 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 20 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Para
Para is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Patri | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Kurmithel Mal | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Hood Mal | South | 2.83 km |
| Baroda Mal | South | 2.93 km |
| Hood Ryt. | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Bhatte Khari | North | 3.61 km |
| Palatwada | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Baigapipariya Mal | West | 4.10 km |
| Munda | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Bineki Kalan | East | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Para
Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Para is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Para is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Para village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Para
Where is Para located?
Para village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Para is Patri.
What is the pincode of Para?
The pincode of Para is 480997.
What is the population of Para?
Para has a total population of 186, including 92 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Para?
There are 41 households in Para.
What is the literacy rate in Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Para is 68.82%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 59.57%.